Gnocchi with Lemony Sage Brown Butter Sauce
Tender ricotta gnocchi is tossed with nutty browned butter, crisp sage, lemon, and Parmesan for a bright, cozy bowl with gentle heat.
Ingredients
- Salt
- Butter
- Pepper
- Pepper flakes
- Lemon
- Garnish
- Red pepper
- Juice
- Sage leaves
Directions
- Prepare the ricotta gnocchi as directed in its recipe. While that is happening, set a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and add the butter. When the butter is almost fully melted, stir in the sage leaves and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes more, watching carefully, until the butter is lightly browned and the sage has crisped.
- Take the pan off the heat. Add the cooked, drained gnocchi, along with the lemon zest and lemon juice, about 1-2 tablespoons. Toss everything together, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm with lots and lots of Parmesan cheese over the top.